WaterRower Natural Rowing Machinein Ash Wood with S4 Monitor Review

When it comes to rowing, there is only a limited mimicking of the real thing but the WaterRower Natural Rowing Machine comes very close. It is strikingly beautiful as it is made from Ash wood and can blend in with very different environments that are not indoor gyms. It is solidly built and will last for decades. The flywheel technology is mainly a system built with two paddles in a safe and enclosed water tank that provide a quiet response while staying smooth throughout the movement.

Pros

Solid Ash wood frame

Water Flywheel

Complex monitor

Extended warranty

Reduced noise levels

Dual rail

Promotes natural movements

Cons

The wooden frame can`t blend-in with some gyms

The price

Overall

There are not many rowing machines capable of delivering such a complex workout. In theory, the machine works 84% of the muscles in your body. This will largely depend on the effort you put in, but your muscles will benefit from a full range of motion that works both ways: toning the muscles and helping the cardiovascular system.

So you get a complete workout plus a machine that looks apart, made from Ash wood that is Honey Oak stained and hand finished with Danish oil.

Design

The rower looks great due to the use of Ash wood. It will be a great addition to any environment but may not integrate so well with other metal equipment in the gym.

The wooden construction means the frame has the capacity to absorb some vibration from the movements which means less overall noise. It will also prove to be a solid, future-proof option as it has the capacity to withstand weight of up to 1.000 pounds. The dimensions are reasonable and can work both outdoor on the warm days an indoors. It is not very heavy (117 pounds with water) and can be thus moved around the house.

Performance

But even a great looking machine is nothing without a solid performance. The rower doesn`t fail even in this department. The monitor is complex and displays information such as:

Workout intensity

Workout duration

Heart rate

Distance

Stroke rate

Compatible with a hear rate chest strap

The water flywheel system helps you achieve natural movements. The system has other advantages also. For example it doesn`t require lubricating. In terms of a workout, the system delivers more results the more effort is put in. The faster you row the more resistance you will feel, but without the bumpiness of most machines.

Conclusion

The WaterRower Natural Rowing Machine in Ash Wood with S4 Monitor is one of the most intriguing machines on the market. It manages to bring in top features with innovative ideas such as the wooden frame without compromising on performance.

All the features work great together as we`ve seen many manufacturers struggling to achieve this with the implementation of newer features. It will prove to be a good, long-lasting machine for every person and if you don`t mind the price you`ll get the most natural rowing experience you can get with a rower.